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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Maira Butt and Sarah Jones

The signs of breast cancer that aren’t a lump

  • Singer Jessie J revealed she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer and will undergo surgery later this year.
  • Breast cancer is the most common cancer worldwide and in the UK, with about one in eight women diagnosed in their lifetime.
  • A 2019 study showed that less than half of women are confident they know what changes to look for in their breasts, and many are unaware of lifestyle factors that increase risk.
  • Signs of breast cancer include changes in size or shape, rashes, nipple discharge, skin indentation, constant pain, changes in skin texture, swelling, growing veins, or inverted nipples.
  • The NHS advises women to check their breasts monthly and see a GP as soon as possible if they notice any symptoms, emphasising that early detection can make treatment easier.

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